Matagajapur - Tirtol, Jagatsinghapur
Matagajapur is a village situated in the Tirtol tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tirtol and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Kanimula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matagajapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matagajapur is 397473. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 754135 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Matagajapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tirtol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matagajapur
According to the 2011 Census, Matagajapur village had a total population of 687 people, including 329 males and 358 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 1,088 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.19%, with male literacy at 94.00% and female literacy at 75.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 388.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 687 | 329 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 388 | 186 | 202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 527 | 282 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 47 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Matagajapur
Matagajapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Matagajapur
Matagajapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Matagajapur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matagajapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matagajapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Matagajapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matagajapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matagajapur
Where is Matagajapur located?
Matagajapur village is located in Tirtol Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matagajapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Matagajapur is Kanimula.
What is the pincode of Matagajapur?
The pincode of Matagajapur is 754135.
What is the population of Matagajapur?
Matagajapur had a total population of 687, including 329 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Matagajapur?
Matagajapur had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matagajapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matagajapur was 84.19%. Male literacy was 94.00% and female literacy was 75.15%.